What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
misdrawn
Example
The architect misdrawn the blueprint, resulting in a flawed design. [misdrawn: past participle]
Example
The artist misdrawn the proportions of the human figure, making it look distorted. [misdrawn: verb]
wrong
Example
You got the answer wrong, it's actually option B. [wrong: adjective]
Example
It's wrong to discriminate against someone based on their race or gender. [wrong: adjective]
Example
The judge made a wrong ruling, which was later overturned on appeal. [wrong: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wrong is a more common word than misdrawn and is widely used in everyday language. Misdrawn is less common and may not be familiar to some English learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between misdrawn and wrong?
Both misdrawn and wrong can be used in formal and informal contexts. However, misdrawn is more commonly used in technical or artistic contexts, while wrong is more versatile and can be used in various formality levels.
